Material Handler Lead 2nd Shift

Boston Fam is an Employee‑Owned company with a fantastic culture of personal development. We like to say we are a personal development company that happens to sell furniture, appliances, and mattresses. Our Customer WHY is “improving the quality of people’s lives by creating amazing rooms together”. Our Employee‑Owner WHY is “improving the quality of our owners lives through personal development and supporting our dreams and goals.”

The Lead, Material Handling is responsible for overseeing daily material movement, storage, and inventory operations within the facility. This position provides hands‑on leadership to the material handling team, ensuring safe, efficient, and accurate handling of materials while supporting production, shipping, and warehouse operations.

• Team Leadership:
  Provide direction, training, and support to material handlers; assign daily tasks, monitor performance, and ensure work is completed accurately and on schedule.
• Material Handling Operations:
  Safely and efficiently operate and oversee the use of forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks to move, stack, and transport materials throughout the facility.
• Inventory Management:
  Oversee receiving, storing, and issuing of materials. Ensure accurate inventory counts, proper documentation, and timely updates to inventory systems.
• Order Fulfillment:
  Coordinate and assist with picking, packing, and staging of materials for outgoing shipments, verifying accuracy and delivery timelines.
• Quality and Accuracy:
  Inspect incoming and outgoing materials for damages, defects, or discrepancies. Report and resolve issues promptly to maintain product quality standards.
• Safety Leadership:
  Promote and enforce all safety policies and procedures. Conduct daily safety checks of equipment and ensure team compliance with PPE and safe material handling practices.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  Maintain accurate records of material transactions, inventory levels, and team activities. Provide regular updates to supervisors on progress and issues.
• Cross‑Department
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with production, purchasing, and shipping departments to anticipate material needs and ensure smooth workflow across operations.
• Housekeeping and Organization:
  Lead efforts to maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment. Ensure materials and equipment are properly stored and work areas remain clear.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Identify and recommend improvements to material handling processes, storage systems, and team efficiency.

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional training or certification in warehouse or logistics operations preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of material handling or warehouse experience, with some leadership or training responsibilities.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient with basic computer systems and inventory management software.
• Ability to lead by example and foster a team‑oriented environment.

• Ability to lift and move materials up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical tasks for extended periods in a warehouse environment.

• Employee ownership company stock
• Paid vacation
• Generous product discount
• 401K retirement plan
• Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Long, short term disability insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Educational Reimbursement
• Fun company activities – involvement in the community!

2917 Business Park Drive, Stevens Point, WI 54482

Boston

FAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.